FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TACO AND BURRITO EXPRESS #3 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 4, 2025
Canvass
License #2652910
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 4, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO EVIDENCE OF AT LEAST 2 PEST CONTROL SERVICES WITHIN THE PAST YEAR. LATEST PEST CONTROL REPORT GIVEN DATED MARCH 26, 2024. MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 2 PEST CONTROL SERVICES FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL VENDOR EVERY YEAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SCHEDULE PEST CONTROL SERVICE FROM LICENSED PEST CONTROL VENDOR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUST ACCUMULATION ON BOTTOM STORAGE SHELF OF FOOD PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVING.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUST ACCUMULATION ON BOTTOM STORAGE SHELF OF FOOD PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVING.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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